The EP features guest contributions from Bill Gibson, John Encarnacao, and Michael O'Regan, signaling a move away from the traditional four-piece garage sound toward a more textured studio approach.
In contrast to the raw energy of tracks like "Break the Ice," Take A Bath leans into:
The 1997 EP marks a unique, experimental chapter in the history of The Scruffs , a legendary power pop outfit originally from Memphis. Released on Antfarm Records nearly two decades after their seminal 1977 debut, Wanna Meet the Scruffs? , this record showcases a distinct lineup led by founder Stephen Burns alongside Dan Bell and Marty Doo. Overview and Production
The EP balances the band's power pop roots with elements of alternative rock and indie pop, a precursor to the varied styles found on their follow-up full-length Actual Size (2001). Legacy
While many fans associate The Scruffs with the jangling, "Beatl-esque" jolt of the 1970s Memphis scene, Take A Bath serves as a bridge toward the lusher, more complex arrangements that would define Burns' later work. Antfarm Records (ANT 003).
This release appeared during a prolific period of rediscovery for the band, arriving shortly before the "reunion" era that saw them recording in Scotland with members of Belle and Sebastian. Musical Direction